Textiles and Design

Properties and performance of textiles

Match the following terms with the definitions in the table below.

multifilament yarn CoolMax monofilament wicking lock stitch weft rib knit fabric

Term	Definition
	A sewing technique in which each stitch contains a loop and overthread for a non-raveling flexible seam.
	A single filament of indefinite length either manufactured or found naturally.
	A synthetic polyester monofilament manufactured by DuPont that has an inherent moisture management performance system.
	The ability of a fibre to transfer moisture along its surface.
	A highly elastic fabric made by a series of interlooping yarns across the fabric. Fabric is characterised by rib formations.
	Several monofilaments twisted together to create a yarn.